Female staff express fears over using Labour party’s complaints procedure

Officials acknowledge genuine concerns' in wake of MPs' suspension over allegations of harassment

Female Labour staff are said to be fearful of using the party's official complaints process, prompting concern among senior officials as a long-serving MP is suspended over allegations of sexual harassment.

Labour figures have acknowledged the genuine concerns" of female colleagues, and have issued a cast-iron commitment" to take any action necessary that will restore faith in the party's processes.